Rebirth of the Wife in Despair

Chapter 168 A Bank Card

Eileen was in her room, secretly sketching. She had to do it covertly as her father

disapproved. She locked the door to ensure her privacy.

After half an hour of drawing, a sudden knock on the door startled Eileen. She quickly put away her sketchbook and went to answer it.

Seeing the person outside, Eileen asked coldly, “What do you want?”

Eric told her, “Come down for dinner.”

Eileen replied. “Got it, I’ll change my clothes and come down.”

Just as she was about to close the door, something blocked it. Eileen saw a foot wedged in the door

gap. “What are you trying to do?” she asked.

“Won’t you invite me in?” he asked with a smirk.

“You’re crazy. It’s time for dinner. Why would you want to come in?”

Seeing his intense gaze. Eileen felt uneasy but reluctantly said, “Fine, do as you wish.”

Releasing her grip on the doorknob, she turned around and went to the wardrobe. Taking our her usual cashmere long skirt, she put it on along with leggings since the house was heated. It wouldn’t be too cold. She walked into the bathroom to change. She didn’t forget to tie her long hair into a bun with a ha

tie, letting a few strands fall around her ears.

Eric sat at his desk, tapping his leg rhythmically. There was a workbook on his lap, and he was flipping through it, page by page.

Seeing him so engrossed, she secretly rolled her eyes. She couldn’t understand what was so interesting about it, thinking he was just pretending.

Today, Eric wore a light-colored sweater, exuding a mature aura. His well-defined facial features were cold and stern, with a touch of masculinity. His eyes were like deep black holes. hiding countless secrets.

People like him were skilled at concealing their hypocrisy and desires.

In the capital circle, Eileen had attended gatherings before and met handsome men, including professional models and somewhat famous actors.

Compared to them, Eric was not outstanding, but he had a unique temperament.

locked

could tell that he had experienced

surpassed many others. In his presence, people unconsciously felt

send shivers

being such a person, he remained calm and composed, handling everything with

good man and was extremely dangerous, they were still eager to be with him.

one of

life found it difficult to break free once entangled

before Vera got into trouble, Eileen rarely saw many women around him, except for Lilian, whom she had encountered last time.

should be his first

was already dead. He must

upset now that his girlfriend

disturb his composure.

the corner of his eye, the man saw her emerge to sit at the vanity, a pair of pearl earrings in her hand. He wondered what she was daydreaming about. Suddenly, Eileen’s fingers loosened, and the earrings fell to her feet. As she bent down to pick them. up,

she said as she reached for the earrings, but instead of giving them to her, Eric helped

froze in place, not

so engrossed.” Eric stood beside her, his tall figure shielding her from the

“It’s nothing.”

“The other one…”

“No need, I can do it myself. I’ll go down first.”

Vera’s voice echoed as she quickly appeared at the door. “Eric, you’re so slow! I’m already done.

eat!”

had never been to Eileen’s room before and curiously looked around. The

ahead. I’m almost ready. I just need to

the shoe rack, slipping on a pair of flat Blake cashmere shoes. They were warm and could also be worn

in the hall. Several monetary gift envelopes were

on the first day of the New Year, Eileen had

rules when facing Eric, but

As for Vera…

was still part of the family. Therefore, she wasn’t obligated

wish you good health and happiness in the new year,

handed over a thick

indicated there was at least ten thousand. “Thank you, Father.” Eileen showed a genuine smile.

Eric took out another envelope from his suit

me money. Eric, it’s not easy

Vera hers.”

glanced at

smiled and said, “Accept it.

the envelope, but Eric didn’t release his grip on

you